Location
Bristol
Industry sector
Engineering
Job type
Permanent | Full Time
Job start date
ASAP
Posted date
03/12/2025
Closing date
24/12/2025
Highways Design Engineer
Location: Bristol
Salary: Competitive plus benefits
A great opportunity has arisen for a Highways Design Engineer to join a growing consultancy that delivers high quality highway and infrastructure design across a wide range of regeneration, residential, education, healthcare and commercial schemes. This role is ideal for an engineer looking to take ownership of design work while progressing toward a Senior Engineer position within a supportive and professional team.
As a Highways Design Engineer, you will contribute to the design and delivery of Section 278 and Section 38 schemes, supporting projects from concept through to construction. You will work closely with clients, contractors and approving authorities, providing clear technical advice and ensuring designs are compliant, coordinated and delivered to programme. The role also includes supporting on site activities, monitoring construction and making proactive engineering decisions to support delivery.
Key Responsibilities
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Produce technical designs for S278 and S38 highway schemes.
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Prepare flood risk assessments and SuDS based drainage solutions.
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Contribute to design reports, drawings, specifications and technical submissions.
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Liaise with clients, contractors and consultants to support approvals.
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Provide input during construction, including site visits and supervision tasks.
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Manage elements of project delivery with support from senior staff.
About You
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Degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
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Minimum five years' experience in highways or infrastructure design.
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Strong knowledge of S278, S38, S104 and S106 processes.
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Proficient in AutoCAD, PDS, AutoTrack and associated software.
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Motivated, organised and confident working independently.
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Full UK driving licence required.
Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency for this position. For more information, contact Andy Hopkins, our Civil Engineering specialist with over 30 years' recruitment experience.